Casey Glaubman's Passions

Casey Glaubman's Bio

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I grew up in Western Washington and moved to Utah a little over 3 years ago in order to pursue life as a professional ski bum.

I couldn't be happier with my decision although I'd be lying if I said I didn't miss being able to walk down to the water whenever I want. ( and no a giant body of smelly water full of brine shrimp does not count)

When I'm not working you can find me playing in the dirt, snow, water, or any place i don't have to worry about the way I smell.

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
True to size

I absolutely loved these pants when I first got them. The fit is great, the fabric felt good, and the DWR treatment is actually somewhat effective. Unfortunately my commendation quickly turned to distaste when, after less than two weeks, both legs had developed large holes in the knees. They basically just split right across the front on both sides. It's really a shame as well, given how great the concept and design of these pants seemed at first. I am now the proud owner of a very expensive pair of water-resistant cutoffs, so that's something.

Familiarity:
I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

I gave this to my father as a gift, but this is a review from my mother about the product:

This is the second pair of Black Diamond trekking poles I've purchased. They're replacing the cheap, flimsy ones my husband tried to use. The locking mechanism for telescoping the poles is far superior to the "twist and pull" method on his cheaper ones. The hand grips are really comfortable as are the wrist bands. I've used my original pair for about 8 years and they've carried me over lots of steep, rocky paths. With arthritic feet, knees, and hips, I can continue to hike (mostly pain free!) using these poles.

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

I absolutely love this hat. I've used it for everything from trad-climbing to paddle-boarding, but have actually found my favorite spot to wear this hat is probably the golf course. It shades me well enough that I don't have to wear sunglasses, which I don't like while golfing. It's a bit of a foam material, rather than your typical hat. This lets it shed water extremely well too, which has come in handy a few times. Great hat.

Familiarity:
I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

From the recipient:

I haven't crashed while wearing this helmet so I cannot attest to its ability to protect your brain, but I will say that I really enjoy the functionality of the air vents, visor and ratchet adjustment. This is a very well designed and stylish biking helmet.

Familiarity:
I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Fit:
True to size

From the recipient:

When I bought this hat I told myself I should spring for one of the more expensive sun hats because then I?d only have to purchase a hat once, instead of destroying a cheap sun hate every summer like I had been. Boy was I wrong. The side bar lists the material as ?textile? but when I received the hat I was disappointed to discovered that the hat was made of paper straw like all the $20 sun hats I?d destroyed, and while it does seem to be made of a higher quality paper straw than I am used to, I am still a bit skeptical of its durability. Additionally the band around the base of the hat is glued on and after a few uses has already started peeling off.

Familiarity:
I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Fit:
True to size

From the recipient:

If you're looking for the perfect pair of versatile summer shorts then stop looking, these are what you need. The stretchy fabric conforms to your shape and shows off that butt you?ve been working on all winter, but these shorts don?t just look good on you, they?ve also obviously been carefully designed to be used for a host of summer activities like climbing, rafting, hiking and biking. I cannot emphasize enough how incredibly pleased I am with these shorts and I suggest every outdoorswoman own a pair like these. Waist: 27? Hips: 38? I purchased a small and they are snug but if you prefer a more relaxed fit I would suggest going up to a medium